2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLS | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |
